“One hand on the Urn”, “One hand on the Urn” was the cry from the members’ stand at 10.45am this morning. A gentlemen by the name of Mr Merritt, dressed in a summer suit and straw hat was preaching his word to fans and players as they entered the pitch.

His enthusiasm was visible for all to see and with his mock up Ashes in tow, brings great delight to English fans as you feel the real Ashes will be back on English soil very soon.